Chattanooga, TN, August 29, 2025
News Summary
Football fans in the Chattanooga area are gearing up for an action-packed Friday night, featuring several key matchups across local high schools. Prominent games include Ringgold vs. Heritage, Tyner vs. Chattanooga Christian, Silverdale Baptist vs. South Pittsburg, and Meigs County vs. East Hamilton. Each team has shown strong performances early in the season, making these matchups crucial for bragging rights and playoff positioning.
Chattanooga Area Prepares for Exciting Friday Night Prep Football Matchups
Chattanooga, Tennessee – Friday night promises to be an exciting evening for prep football fans as several key matchups unfold across the Chattanooga area. Highlighting the night are four games featuring teams that are showing strong early-season performances.
Ringgold (2-0) at Heritage (2-0)
One of the most anticipated games of the evening is the showdown between Ringgold and Heritage. Last week, Heritage rallied to defeat Lakeview-Fort Oglethorpe 27-20, putting them in a position to clinch the Catoosa Cup with a victory against Ringgold.
To succeed, Heritage must eliminate mistakes from their previous game, notably over 100 yards in penalties and two turnovers that nearly cost them the match. Meanwhile, Ringgold has demonstrated offensive prowess, scoring over 40 points in both of their games this season. The backfield duo of Haddon Fries and Jeremiah Frost each rushed for over 100 yards against Murray County last week, making them a formidable threat.
Defensively, both teams are prepared for an intense matchup, aiming to assert their dominance on the field.
Tyner (1-0) at Chattanooga Christian (1-0)
Another exciting contest features Tyner, ranked sixth in TSSAA Class 3A, traveling to play against fifth-ranked Chattanooga Christian. Coming off a 42-0 victory over Ooltewah, Chattanooga Christian saw Nathan Deloach throwing five touchdown passes, showcasing their offensive strength.
Tyner’s solid secondary will be critical to their strategy, as they aim to shut down Chattanooga Christian’s diverse offensive threats. The secondary, led by Martez Mitchell, performed exceptionally in the previous game, notching 11 tackles, two pass breakups, and one interception.
Silverdale Baptist (0-1) at South Pittsburg (0-0)
Silverdale Baptist seeks redemption this Friday after a late-game collapse against Tyner in their opener. Meanwhile, South Pittsburg, Class 1A’s top-ranked team, boasts a remarkable home record, allowing more than 21 points in only two out of their last 68 home games and winning 16 of their past 17.
The Seahawks will rely on quarterback Connor Jenne and receiver Cannon Rogers to generate offensive momentum, while running back Cody Davenport provides big-play potential. Conversely, South Pittsburg’s attack features two-time 1,000-yard rusher JaMychal Buckner and speedy options including Dayon Cooper.
Meigs County (1-0) at East Hamilton (1-0)
In a matchup of teams eager to establish dominance, East Hamilton hosts Meigs County without their star quarterback, Tuff Ricker, who was ejected in their season opener. Meigs County’s defense impressed last week, limiting Chattanooga Prep to 79 yards in a shutout victory.
However, they will face a significant threat in East Hamilton’s senior Jaden Haywood, who has accumulated 1,860 rushing yards over his last 13 games. East Hamilton will rely on Grayson Maddox, who has intercepted seven passes in his career, to bolster their defense.
Additional Matchups
Also scheduled for Friday, August 29, are games including Bradley Central at Walker Valley and Central at Ooltewah, along with several other matchups across Tennessee and Georgia. All games are set to kick off at 7:30 p.m. Eastern.
Key Matchup Chart
| Matchup | Team Records | Key Players | Game Highlights |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ringgold at Heritage | 2-0 vs. 2-0 | Haddon Fries, Jeremiah Frost, Brayden Slaughter | Catoosa Cup on the line |
| Tyner at Chattanooga Christian | 1-0 vs. 1-0 | Nathan Deloach, Martez Mitchell | Solid secondary matchups |
| Silverdale Baptist at South Pittsburg | 0-1 vs. 0-0 | Connor Jenne, JaMychal Buckner | Home field advantage for South Pittsburg |
| Meigs County at East Hamilton | 1-0 vs. 1-0 | Tuff Ricker, Jaden Haywood | Balanced offenses clash |
Frequently Asked Questions
What teams are playing this Friday night in Chattanooga?
The key matchups include Ringgold vs. Heritage, Tyner vs. Chattanooga Christian, Silverdale Baptist vs. South Pittsburg, and Meigs County vs. East Hamilton.
What time do the games start?
All games are set to begin at 7:30 p.m. Eastern time.
Who are the standout players to watch?
Key players include Haddon Fries and Jeremiah Frost from Ringgold, Nathan Deloach from Chattanooga Christian, Connor Jenne from Silverdale Baptist, and Jaden Haywood from East Hamilton.
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Additional Resources
- Times Free Press: Four Prep Football Games to Watch
- Wikipedia: Chattanooga
- Times Free Press: Chattanooga Christian’s Passing Attack Highlighted
- Google Search: Chattanooga football
- Daily Post-Athenian: Sports News
- Google Scholar: Football Tennessee
- Chattanoogan: Weekly Football Recap
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Football
- MaxPreps: Football Recap
- Google News: Chattanooga prep football
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